Foster Care Support Worker

3 days ago

Calgary, Alberta, Canada Wood's Homes Full time $45,000 - $65,000 per year


Wood's Homes is a not-for-profit mental health centre based in Calgary, with locations across Alberta. Our mission is to build good mental health and well-being so everyone can thrive in their community. Are you a passionate and dedicated individual interested in making a difference in the lives of children, young people and families? Are you committed to cultivating an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates diverse voices at every level?  Then we want you to join the Wood's Homes team.


We're looking for one (1) Foster Care Support Worker to join our team 

Wood's Homes Foster Care Network Program offers youth a stable home-like environment and the opportunity to transition from intensive residential treatment to more full-realized community living. This program offers a number of foster home and group living arrangements, with the goal of ensuring that our youth are positively transitioning into adults and leaning all the skills necessary to living on their own as adults

Role Summary
Reporting to the Manager of our Foster Care Network Program, the Foster Care Support Worker is responsible for therapeutic and support services to children, youth and their foster families in order to promote family-based care.  The provision of these services may include recruiting, training, matching and supporting foster families—in addition to facilitating access to clinically based care, individual intervention, system co-ordination, and crisis support.  Although the primary focus is with Foster Care, the Support Worker may be deployed in education, residential or community services. The Foster Care Support Worker will demonstrate due diligence in being exceptional in the delivery of high-quality services and in meeting the requirements of the Health and Safety Management System at Wood's Homes.
 
Responsibilities 
  • Provides in-home and crisis support to foster families and youth.
  • Reviews referrals, makes placement recommendations and attends meetings as required by immediate supervisor. 
  • Coordinates and facilitates various systems meetings including case conferences and planning meetings. 
  • Represents the program and networks with other programs and organizations to enhance understanding of the Foster Care Network.
  • Completes all required health and safety training
  • Reports workplace hazards, unsafe or unhealthy conditions, or incidents (including near misses, injuries, or equipment damage) to their direct supervisor.
  • Shares the values of Wood's Homes.
  • Other related duties as required.
Qualifications
  • Diploma or Degree required in one of the Human Sciences, Childcare, or a related field.
  • Minimum four (4) years' experience working with children and/or adolescents and families. 
  • In-home support experience preferred. 
  • Must have a class 5 driver's license and own transportation.  
  • Personal suitability.


Why choose us. We are committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We empower and are advocates for our employees by welcoming, respecting and valuing their unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. At Wood's Homes we embrace each other's differences and strive to learn and grow from them. Should you need accommodation during the interview please inform your contact prior to the interview and let them know what you require. We offer competitive pay, great health and pension benefits, and a supportive and inclusive workplace environment with plenty of opportunities for professional growth. Bring your unique strengths, skills and passion to Wood's Homes. Please visit us at for complete information about and our organization.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those moving forward in the selection process will be contacted. 

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